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Mayor’s Column: The Spirit of Giving in Boston

By Mayor Martin J. Walsh Happy Thanksgiving, Boston! This is a special time to show gratitude for all the things and people that make our lives full. It’s a time for surrounding ourselves with loved ones (and watching football, of course). This uniquely American tradition brings together people, families, and communities, and deepens our connections Read More…

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Reader Poll: What’s Your Favorite Thanksgiving Activity?

Thanksgiving will soon be here and, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA), over 55 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more, 49.3 million of them by car, to celebrate with loved ones. Though the traffic may be horrendous, there are plenty of activities that make it all worth it. What’s your favorite Thanksgiving Read More…

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Reminder: No Trash Collection on Thanksgiving Day

Please be advised there will be no trash or recycling collection on Thursday, November 28, 2019 which is Thanksgiving Day. The next trash collection will be on Monday, December 2nd. Plan ahead and see boston.gov/trash for more information. [hr] *Sponsored Post* Contact us at info@northendwaterfront.com to have your event, business, non-profit or announcement featured in a Sponsored Post.

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17th Annual Trellis Lighting Kicks Off Holiday Season

The Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department celebrated the 17th annual lighting of the park’s signature trellis on Monday night. The annual kick-off to the holiday season brought entertainment by the North End Music and Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC), singer Sharon Zeffiro, singer-songwriter A. P. Black, crooner Gian Faraone, Read More…

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What’s the 311: Needle on Sun Court, Battery St. Graffiti, Delivery Truck in the Bus/Bike Lane

Welcome back to our weekly update that highlights some of the cases appearing on 311 in the North End/Waterfront neighborhoods. All 311 cases are public information and can be found at 311.boston.gov. Needle Found at Sun Court This 311 user reported a needle found on Sun Court Street, near where where students enter and exit the St. John Read More…

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Weekly Top Reads: Daily Catch on the Waterfront, Boston Tea Party Grave Markers, Trader Mojo’s, Carmen Consoli, Parcel 2 Design, and Turkey Donations

This week’s top posts on NorthEndWaterfront.com featured local businesses, historic celebrations, schools, parks, and more! Read on below to see the most popular articles from this past week. Residents Association Supports Daily Catch Restaurant at Waterfront Site In a vote of 22-8, the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) supported a proposal by Daily Read More…

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Boston Planning and Development Agency Presents Urban Renewal Updates for Downtown Waterfront-Faneuil Hall Area

The Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA) held a community meeting to update the public about the urban renewal plans for the Downtown Waterfront-Faneuil Hall area on Thursday evening. In August 2016, the Boston Redevelopment Agency (BRA) received a six-year extension of the urban renewal powers with the conditions that the agency provide more financial Read More…

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Reader Poll: How’s it Going with the New Star Market?

It’s been almost two months since Star Market at the Hub on Causeway opened its doors, ushering customers into its 600,000 square-foot space. In addition to groceries, the supermarket sells prepared meals and hot foods; beer, wine, and spirits; and features a convenience store and Starbucks. Some NorthEndWaterfront.com readers like the new supermarket, commenting that Read More…

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ABCD North End / West End Neighborhood Service Center Receives Turkey Donations

The ABCD North End/West End Neighborhood Service Center (NE/WE NSC) gratefully acknowledges Greg and Caryn Antonelli of GTA Landscaping; Steven Colarusso of Antonio’s Cucina Italiana in the West End; Al and Maryann Giorgio of La Famiglia Giorgio’s; and Mary Guarino and the team at Church on the Hill for turkey donations. Robin Sidell of North Read More…

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What’s the 311? Illegal Parking on Atlantic Ave., Potholes at Polcari Playground, Abandoned Scooter on N. Margin St.

Welcome back to our weekly update that highlights some of the cases appearing on 311 in the North End/Waterfront neighborhoods. All 311 cases are public information and can be found at 311.boston.gov. Illegal Parking at 63 Atlantic Ave, 7a This 311 user writes, “Details: Constituent called VERY ANGRY to complain about all the cars parked in Resident Parking Read More…

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Boston Tea Party Participants Honored with Commemorative Grave Markers in Copp’s Hill Burying Ground

The Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum, in partnership with the Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s Historic Burying Ground Initiative, placed commemorative markers at the gravesite of twenty-five known Boston Tea Party participants at Copp’s Hill Burying Ground in the North End on Friday morning. A total of sixty-three gravestones across Boston were marked by Read More…